ABSTRACT
Th is chapter includes an overview of control and audit of enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems and operational approaches in reviewing system application products (SAP) applications in a client/server environment. SAP is a revolutionary support product being acquired and implemented by many companies worldwide. An important role for today’s information systems auditor is in the design of internal controls and the defi nition of security measures. Issues of implementation and control of SAP must be addressed by the management, user, and auditor. Th is chapter provides general guidelines and suggested approaches to achieving both teamwork and success.
